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VEB 222L

1972 MG Midget

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,757 mi
Last recorded88,757 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1972 MG Midget33,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEB 222L
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 88,757 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine oil leak

Fail 25 May 2012 88,754 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 88,530 miles

slight oil leak from engine

slight play in nearside king pin bottom joint

slight play in offside front king pin bottom joint

slight play in steering rack

Pass 4 Jun 2010 88,487 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 88,260 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 87,849 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 87,681 miles

o/s front brake binding slightly

Fail 24 Aug 2006 87,681 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s front brake binding slightly

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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VEB 222L is a 1972 MG Midget in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 33,792 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VEB 222L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VEB 222L registered?

VEB 222L is a 1972 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is VEB 222L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEB 222L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEB 222L have outstanding finance?

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